200-Hour Āshtāṅga Yoga
Intensive Training — In Person
Norman, Oklahoma · Nine weekend intensives · Yoga Alliance RYT 200 · In collaboration with Saṃskṛti Foundation, Mysore
This training is the result of more than a decade of refining 200-hour programs around a single conviction: depth and accessibility are not opposites. With over 35 years of teaching experience, Andrew Eppler brings the full breadth of the tradition — āsana, prāṇāyāma, philosophy, Sanskrit, anatomy, and healing arts — into a program designed to be genuinely transformative.
There is no substitute for in-person learning when it comes to hands-on adjustments. Direct feedback, real-time guidance, and the shared energy of group practice are irreplaceable. This program gives you all of that, paired with a rich archive of online materials so your studies continue between weekends.
Certification endorsed by Ashtanga Yoga Studio and Saṃskṛti Foundation, Mysore. Eligible for Yoga Alliance registration upon graduation.
What You Will Learn
Primary Series — Āsana
Vinyāsa counts, Sanskrit names, precise alignment, and a structured approach to hands-on adjustments that builds confidence working safely with students.
Prāṇāyāma & Mudrās
Breath control and subtle energy practices as they are taught within the tradition — not as supplementary techniques, but as integral to practice itself.
Sanskrit & Chanting
Correct pronunciation and traditional mantra practice, taught with the guidance of Sanskrit scholars from Mysore.
Indian Philosophy
Study of the Bhagavad Gītā, Yoga Sūtras, and classical darśanas with Mysore Sanskrit scholars — these texts as they have been understood within the tradition that shaped Śrī Kṛṣṇamācārya.
Healing Arts
Thai bodywork and practical tools for building a safe, sustainable practice and supporting students over a lifetime.
Mentorship & Archive
One-on-one guidance with Andrew throughout your training, plus access to an extensive library of recorded lessons and resources.
Practical & Adaptable
The training spans nine weekend intensives, held once per month, rotating across three core areas: Yoga Methodology, Physiology & Healing Arts, and History & Philosophy. You have twelve months to complete the curriculum.
Each weekend builds on the last, but the schedule is designed with life in mind. If you miss a session, it can be attended via Zoom or completed through online materials. You can also attend additional weekends — those who join all twelve receive up to 192 contact hours, well beyond the standard requirement.
After graduation, you are welcome to return and refresh. Graduates attend future weekends for $150 each.
Begin immediately. A rich archive of online content is available from day one. You can start your studies before the first weekend and continue between intensives at your own pace.
Missed a weekend? Attend via Zoom or use recorded materials to stay on track. No penalty, no pressure.
Optional Mysore intensive. A companion 200-hour immersion in Mysore, India is also available. Learn more →
Training Dates
All weekends 10 AM – 6 PM CST · One weekend per month · Dates are generally mid-month and may vary with holidays and travel.
| Dates | Focus |
|---|---|
| March 14–15 | Physiology & Healing Arts |
| April 18–19 | History & Philosophy |
| May 16–17 | Yoga Methodology |
| June 13–14 | Physiology & Healing Arts |
| July 11–12 | History & Philosophy |
| August 15–16 | Yoga Methodology |
| September | No training — travel |
| October | No training — travel |
| November 14–15 | Physiology & Healing Arts |
| December 12–13 | History & Philosophy |
Trainings continue monthly into 2027 on the same rotating schedule.
Andrew Eppler
Andrew is a lifelong student and teacher of Āshtāṅga Vinyāsa Yoga, known for his work preserving the yogic traditions of Mysore, India, and for directing the Mysore Yoga Traditions documentary. As founder of the Mysore Yoga Conference and Online Studies Program, he collaborates with Sanskrit scholars — including scholars of the Nāthamuni Sampradāya — to bring classical philosophy to a global audience. His approach honors lineage while remaining genuinely accessible: tradition without performance.
Where We Train
Yoga on Main
123 E. Main St.
Norman, OK 73069
Primary studio location for most weekend intensives.
Magic Forest
20180 Fulkerson Rd.
Noble, OK 73069
A peaceful retreat center with simple indoor lodging and camping for $30/night. Fast internet supports hybrid attendance. When the weather allows, this is where we gather.
What Completion Looks Like
- Complete nine weekend modules within twelve months
- Written essays on yoga philosophy, methodology, and healing arts
- Oral examination (15 of 20 philosophy questions correct)
- Memorize Primary Series and the Eight Limbs of Āshtāṅga Yoga
- Personal reflection on the meaning of yoga in your practice
- Optional: oral examination with Dr. M.A. Alwar, Sanskrit scholar of the Nāthamuni Sampradāya (+$108)
Required & Recommended
Required
- Yoga Sūtras of Patañjali — Swami Satchidananda
- The Living Gītā — Swami Satchidananda
Recommended
- The Roots of Yoga — Malinson & Singleton
- The Concise Book of Muscles — Chris Jarmey
- The Practice Manual — David Swenson
Investment & Payment Options
If tuition presents a genuine difficulty, reach out to Andrew directly. We believe economic circumstances should never prevent a sincere student from learning.
Ready to Begin?
Questions about the program, scheduling, or accommodations — Andrew is available directly. No intake forms, no waiting.